Ida Cannon Middle vs Salem Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 181 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ida Cannon Middle
Elsberry · Public middle · Grades 5–8
258 students
Salem Middle School
Salem · Public middle · Grades 6–8
254 students
| Measure | Ida Cannon Middle Elsberry, Missouri | Salem Middle School Salem, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #174 of 392 | #346 of 392 |
| National rank | #7167 of 15,369 | #12934 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 258 | 254 |
| Enrollment | 258 | 254 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.5% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 14.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 29% |
| city | Elsberry | Salem |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ida Cannon Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.1 vs 24.6).
- •Ida Cannon Middle does better on math proficiency (36% vs 29%).
- •Ida Cannon Middle does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 36%).
- •Ida Cannon Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.5% vs 100%).
- •Ida Cannon Middle does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 14.1).
- •Ida Cannon Middle is the larger school with 258 students compared with 254.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Ida Cannon Middle better than Salem Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Ida Cannon Middle ranks higher (52.1 vs 24.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Ida Cannon Middle and Salem Middle School?
About 181 km in a straight line, between Elsberry and Salem in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ida Cannon Middle: 258. Salem Middle School: 254. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ida Cannon Middle and Salem Middle School rank in Missouri?
Ida Cannon Middle is 174th of 392 and Salem Middle School is 346th of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).